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🌊 Marine Least Concern 🌡️ Deep-water

Diplacanthopoma Brachysoma

Diplacanthopoma brachysoma Günther, 1887
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Max Length
10.2 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.4
Depth
460–1670 m
Climate
Deep-water
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
20.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
deep-water

📖 Overview

Diplacanthopoma Brachysoma (Diplacanthopoma brachysoma) is a ray-finned fish of the family Bythitidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 10.2 cm. It occurs at depths between 460 and 1670 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Diplacanthopoma brachysoma
Authority
Günther, 1887
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Deep-water
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
10.2 cm
Depth Range
460–1670 m
Trophic Level
3.4
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
20.00/100
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Diplacanthopoma Brachysoma is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Diplacanthopoma Brachysoma is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Diplacanthopoma Brachysoma is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Diplacanthopoma Brachysoma is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 460 - 1670 m . Deep-water

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine 🌑 Deep Water
Trophic Level
3.4±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00468 × L3.03 (TL)
Max TL
10.2cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2018

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
20.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.4
Predator
Climate Zone
Deep-water
Described By
Günther, 1887

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